Job Title: Financial Operations Director
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About the Role:
The Financial Operations Director will oversee the coordination of local accounting teams, including outsourced service providers globally. This position is responsible for ensuring timely completion of work and allocation of resources.
* Key Responsibilities:
* Coordinate with local accounting teams to ensure timely completion of work and allocation of resources.
* Oversight of outsourced service providers globally to ensure compliance with financial regulations.
* Accountable for regular monthly routine processes and controls, including journal entries revision, trial balance analytical review, and analysis of complex balance sheet accounts according to GAAP and Western Union accounting policies.
* Prepare standalone financial statements and regulatory filings according to Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (IFRS, US GAAP).
* Support the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) with key management reports for Senior Management, Boards, and Audit Committees, including tracking KPIs and annual budgets.
* Ensure compliance with regulatory obligations, such as safeguarding customer funds and capital adequacy.
* Work with business partners to analyze and resolve financial reporting issues.
* Cooperate with auditors, tax advisors, and regulators.
Requirements:
* Hold a professional qualification in accounting, such as ACA, CIMA, ACCA, ACMA, or CPA, along with 5+ years' qualified experience in accounting.
* Have working knowledge of US GAAP, IFRS, monthly routine processes, legal, tax requirements, and regulatory reporting.
* Be skilled in preparing financial statements and have experience collaborating with auditors during preparation and review of audit materials.
* Demonstrate strong people management and interpersonal skills, with the ability to empower and motivate others and take a strong leadership role.